Raghav Boy
Origin(s)
Sanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Raghav: descendant of Raghu (Sanskrit); one who is noble (Hindi)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Raghav is derived from the name Raghu, a legendary king in Hindu mythology, symbolizing nobility and valor. In Hindi, it is often associated with qualities of honor and respect, reflecting cultural values in Indian society.
Trend Summary
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Variants
- Raghava
- Raghu
International Variants
- Raghu (Hindi)
- Raghav (English)
Famous people named Raghav
Raghav Juyal — Indian dancer and actor
Raghav Bahl — Indian journalist
Fictional characters named Raghav
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Raghav was first seen in the United States in 1990. Raghav has ranked as high as #1289 nationally which occurred in 2024 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Michigan, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Raghav has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Raghav (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 15 | |
| TX | 14 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 39 |
| 2003 | 35 |
| 2004 | 43 |
| 2005 | 67 |
| 2006 | 54 |
| 2007 | 53 |
| 2008 | 53 |
| 2009 | 55 |
| 2010 | 50 |
| 2011 | 53 |
| 2012 | 53 |
| 2013 | 46 |
| 2014 | 50 |
| 2015 | 66 |
| 2016 | 55 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 45 |
| 2019 | 33 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 40 |
| 2023 | 47 |
| 2024 | 71 |